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What FDIC insurance covers, and what it doesn't
Federal deposit insurance protects the money in your bank accounts automatically, up to set limits per ownership category — here's exactly what's covered, what…
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Unbanked US households fall to 4.2%, FDIC survey finds — here's why it matters for your savings
The FDIC's 2023 National Survey found the unbanked share at 4.2 percent of households, and the most-cited reason for not having an account was fees — something…
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Credit
What a credit utilization ratio is, and why 30% isn't a magic number
Utilization is the share of your card limits you're actually using, it influences roughly a fifth to a third of common credit scores, and lower is better — 30%…
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FTC Acts to Stop Student Loan Debt Relief Scheme that Took Millions from Consumers in First Case under the Impersonation Rule
In its first case under the Impersonation Rule, the Federal Trade Commission has stopped a student loan debt relief scheme that bilked more than $ 20.3 million…
Planning
DAF announces changes to allowances for Airmen, Guardians with dependents attending training
ARLINGTON, Va. ( AFNS ) -- Beginning May 7, Airmen and Guardians with dependents executing a permanent change of station to a professional military education or…
Credit
Ukraine needs 5.4 million people to start rebuilding today
The Ukrainian government wants young people to be motivated to return to Ukraine and rebuild it, and for this purpose it is planning to create a multilateral…
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Tax-free holidays bring big savings
A series of sales tax holidays over the coming months will allow Florida residents to save money on essential items and summer activities. This year ’ s…